2012 Dodge RAM 3500 Technical Service Bulletins

312 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Dodge RAM 3500. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10162511May 1, 2019Equipment. Warranty Operations Newsletter Volume 5, Issue 4
• 10162485May 1, 2019Electrical system. Ash receiver - instrument panel
• 10139588May 31, 2018Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. Job aid - If you have a suspected TC shudder/vibration, check the Interactive Network for Service Bulletins for the vehicle you are working on. A test-drive snap shot may help you isolate the source of the issue.
• 10217461Nov 29, 2017Electrical system. Intake Grid Heater, Grid Heater Relay 2012 - 2016 6.7L Cummins engines with Intake Heater issues or DTC P2609 and P0542, please replace the Intake Heater Grid and Relay as a set. 68210071A$ (heater grid) and 05187880A$ (relay). Inspect electrical cable between the heater grid and relay for signs of possible overheating. Replace cable as necessary.
• 10216280Nov 29, 2017Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Intake Grid Heater, Grid Heater Relay 2012 - 2016 6.7L Cummins engines with Intake Heater issues or DTC P2609 and P0542, please replace the Intake Heater Grid and Relay as a set. 68210071A$ (heater grid) and 05187880A$ (relay). Inspect electrical cable between the heater grid and relay for signs of possible overheating. Replace cable as necessary.
• 10219836Jun 21, 2017Engine cooling. Oil Pan 2012-2017 Cummins engines with oil pan leaks, please inspect the shallow area of the oil pan for cracks. If cracks are found, please replace as necessary. Cracks are typically found above the cross member area. Please contact Chad Eichbrecht at cell (248) 309-2695 to arrange for part return or email [email protected] If you do not receive a response within 15 minutes, please proceed with normal…
• 10138861Jun 21, 2017Engine cooling. Oil Pan 2012-2017 Cummins engines with oil pan leaks, please inspect the shallow area of the oil pan for cracks. If cracks are found, please replace as necessary. Cracks are typically found above the cross member area. Please contact Chad Eichbrecht at cell (248) 309-2695 to arrange for part return or email [email protected] If you do not receive a response within 15 minutes, please proceed with normal…
• 10219830Jun 7, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Washer Fluid Level Sensor Prior to replacing this part due to "Low Washer Fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform this inspection: Check if float sensor is rotated off location from the bottle anti-rotation features that surround the SENSOR. Check to determine if the issue has been resolved. Continue with repair if necessary. Please contact Chris Koch at cell (248)…
• 10140015Mar 31, 2017Equipment. Shop Certification Program Guidelines
• 10140010Mar 29, 2017Equipment, Body and structure. Cover - Roof Rack Youhave been identified aseither having stock,or have stock in transit toyour dealership. Please return allsuspect stock of part numbers:68212041AC,68141170AC,55112738AA.See attachmentsfor identifying suspect material. Please return suspect partsback toyour facing depot using Return Code 02,before 19April,2017.
• 10140009Mar 29, 2017Fuel system. Housing Assy - Fuel Filler Door Youhave been identified aseither having stock,or have stock in transit toyour dealership. Please return allsuspect stock of part numbers:68148794AH,68148794AF,68148794AD,68156453AH,68156453AF, 68156453AD,68161542AE,68161542AD.See attachment for identifying suspect material. Please return suspect partsback toyour facing depot using Return Code 02,before 19April,2017.
• 10140008Mar 29, 2017Seats, Equipment. Recliner - Stow and Go: Return Youhave been identified aseither having stock,or have stock in transit toyour dealership. Please return allstock of following part numbers:68241568AB,68241568AC,68241569AB,68241569AC, 68241570AB,68241571A.Replacement part numbersare 68241568AD,68241569AD,68241570AD,68241571AD, which are in stock and available. Please return suspect partsback toyour facing depot using Return Code…
• 10140007Mar 27, 2017Interior lighting, Equipment. Molding Assy ?Frt door day light opening Rt/Lt: Return You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all suspect stock of following part numbers: 57010364AI, 57010365AI, 57010504AJ, 57010505AJ, 68224368AB, 68224369AB. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 17 April, 2017.
• 10140006Mar 27, 2017Engine, Engine cooling. 04627694AA Purge Control - Valve You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Suspect stock of part number: 04627694AA must be returned. See attached for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 17 April, 2017.
• 10140014Mar 22, 2017Equipment. Vehicle Restriction Program - Cummins Enhanced Customer Satisfaction (ECS)
• 10140005Mar 21, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). 55395241AG Weatherseal - Windshield to Cowl Please return allstock of following part numbers:55395241AG,55395241AE.Replacement ispart number 55395241AH which isin stock and available. Please return suspect partsback toyour facing depot using Return Code 02,before 12April,2017
• 10140013Mar 17, 2017Equipment. Essential Flash Management
• 10140004Mar 17, 2017Latches, locks and linkages, Body and structure. 04589131AG, 04589243AG - Inspect and Return: Liftgate - Latch Assy You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 04589131AG, 04589243AG . See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Replacement part can be obtained by reordering the same part number. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code…
• 10217521Mar 15, 2017Fuel system. Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of place please call Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466 [email protected], or Joe Lovell (734) 309-6467 [email protected] before proceeding. If unable to reach after 15 minutes record the following information and proceed with oil pump…
• 10139989Mar 15, 2017Engine cooling. Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of place please call Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466 [email protected], or Joe Lovell (734) 309-6467 [email protected] before proceeding. If unable to reach after 15 minutes record the following information and proceed with oil pump…
• 10140003Mar 14, 2017Electrical system. R4801865AC Alternator Assy - 220 Amp You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of part number R4801865AC. Replacement is part number 04801865AE which is in stock and available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 04 April, 2017.
• 10139978Mar 8, 2017Seat belts. Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
• 10217549Mar 2, 2017Fuel system. Diesel Exhaust Fluid This bulletin provides information regarding the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) vehicle delivery fill guidelines.
• 10140017Mar 2, 2017Fuel system, Engine cooling. Diesel Exhaust Fluid This bulletin provides information regarding the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) vehicle delivery fill guidelines.
• 10140011Mar 1, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). DAPAP Requirements - Addition of Exterior Mirrors (Rev. A)
• 10139985Mar 1, 2017Seat belts. Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
• 10223855Sep 7, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Washer Fluid Level Sensor Prior to replacing this part due to "Low Washer Fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform the this inspection. Inspect the sensor for a fluid coating on the sensor pins. Orange colored rain repellant can cause this fluid build-up. Clean the pins, drain the reservoir, and fill with Mopar approved washer fluid. Check to determine if the issue has…
• 10223854Sep 7, 2016Engine cooling. Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Clean the oil pan T-joints.~ 2. Fill the T-joint between the pan rail/gear housing and pan rail/rear seal retainer with sealant. Use Mopar® Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or…
• 10121737Aug 31, 2016Engine, Electrical system. Intake Grid Heater Grid Heater Relay 2012 - 2016 6.7L Cummins engines with Intake Heater issues or DTC P2609 and P0542, please replace the Intake Heater Grid and Relay as a set. 68210071A$ (relay) and 05187880A$ (grid). Inspect electrical cable between the heater grid and relay for signs of possible overheating. Replace cable as necessary.
• 10226283Aug 24, 2016Body and structure, Equipment. Center Console.
• 10130082Aug 24, 2016Body and structure. Center Console If vehicle comes in for squeaking, clicking, or binding of the center console lid, verify the complaint by cycling the upper console lid. Check for a green dot sticker on the back of the console behind the rear panel by the hinge. ~ If the above complaint is verified and the console DOES NOT have a green dot sticker near the hinge (behind the back panel), order kit PN 68315574AA and install per the…
• 10140210Aug 10, 2016Vehicle speed control. P/N 68111384AB: Inspect &Return: Switch - Speed Control You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return parts which have a pacakging date code of July 20th 2016. Reference pictures attached for suspect part identification. Please return parts backto your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 31 August, 2016.
• 10140209Aug 10, 2016Engine cooling, Engine. 05187880AC - Inspect and Return: Relay Assy - Heater Intake Air You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05187880AC. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 31st August, 2016.
• 10140207Aug 10, 2016Exterior lighting. Inspect and Return: Lamp Assy - Tail Light Rt/L You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of following part numbers: 68110016AC, 68110016AD, 68110016AE, 68110017AD, 68236104AC, 68236105AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 31 August, 2016.
• 10140206Aug 8, 2016Engine cooling. P/N 04573460 - Inspect &Return: Rocker Assy - Intake Valve RT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return part number 04573460 which have a packaging date of 2016-06-13. Reference attached picture for reference. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 29 August, 2016.
• 10140205Aug 6, 2016Equipment. 68103256AGReturn: Line Assy - A/C Suction and Liquid You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock of part number 68103256AG packaged before 2016/08/01. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 29 August, 2016.
• 10140203Aug 5, 2016Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. 68160775AB: Inspect and Return: Switch - Outside Door Handle You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 68160775AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 26 August, 2016.
• 10140103Jun 17, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 68143886AA. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 11 July, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to [email protected].
• 10140102Jun 17, 2016Equipment, Exterior lighting. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 68174065AE. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 11 July, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to [email protected].
• 10140101Jun 17, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 04685719AI. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 11 July, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to [email protected].
• 10140100Jun 15, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of following part numbers: 68141880AH, 68141881AH, 68145625AI, 68145626AI, 68189480AF and replacement part numbers are 68141880AI, 68141881AI, 68145625AJ, 68145626AJ & 68189480AG respectively,which arein stockand available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02…
• 10140099Jun 15, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of following part number: 05278632AF and replacement part number is 52030379AA which isin stockand available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 05 July, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to…
• 10140098Jun 15, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of following part numbers: 1YG06JSCAC, 1YG06KEPAC, 1YG 06KFSAC, 1YG 06KGZAC, 1YG 06KBUAC and replacement part numbers are 1YG 1YG06KFSAD, 1YG 06KG ZAD, 1YG 06KBUAE respectively,which arein stockand available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 05 July…
• 10140097Jun 15, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of following part number: 68188889AE and replacement part number is 68188889AF which isin stockand available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 05 July, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to…
• 10140094Jun 15, 2016Engine cooling, Engine. Return: ALTERNATOR - ENGINE You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of following part numbers: R4801313AC replacement part number are 04801313AD respectively which are in stock and available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 8 July, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all…
• 10140096Jun 10, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of following part numbers: 68036213AA, 68036230AF, 68158196AC, 68158197AD, & 68158454AD. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 30 June, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions…
• 10140095Jun 10, 2016Engine cooling. 68085119AE,Inspect and Return: Exhaust Pipe Assy - Frt W/Catalytic Converter You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 68085119AE. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 30 June, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct…
• 10137047Jun 8, 2016Electrical system. Integrated Center Stack If vehicle is found within 50 mile radius of the Detroit Metro area please hold vehicle and contact:~ Contact one of the following:~ Daniel Acciacca CELL (586) 709-1537~ Michael Savich CELL (248) 214-7270~ Ayed Hadaad CELL (248) 941-8707~ Issue: On a 2015 & 2016MY LA (Challenger), LD(Charger) and LX (300), the Integrated Center Stack (ICS) may experience a lock-up/Inop condition (complete…
• 10137046Jun 8, 2016Equipment. A/C Compressor This applies to 2015 and 2016 UF and PF. Before replacing the AC compressor for noise, leaks , or in-op:~ After these questions have been answered please call one of the individuals below.~ Stev at cell (248) 867-0061~ Mark Briolat at cell (248) 345-0127~ If no response in 15 minutes, please continue with repair.~ 1) Check all AC plumbing connection for leaks with UV light.
• 10137045Jun 8, 2016Electrical system. Hands Free Module - CTM ? Peiker For RT, JK and MK bodies only; Before replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM), please contact Gaurav Saxena at cell (248) 260-0583~ IMPORTANT - do not reset the HFM, clear codes or perform a battery reset before calling. Engineering is currently root causing this issue and your assistance is greatly appreciated. Seeking vehicles with HFM in a locked state, inoperative, or offline.

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